Q: Does the library have a copy of my textbook?

As a general rule, the library does not order textbooks for each class as it would be costly as new editions are released each year. It is still worth checking the Novanet Catalogue  to see if the book you need is available at another library.

To find a book, search Novanet to find out if any of the Novanet Libraries own the book:

Enter your search terms into search box at the top

Look for the book title in the results list. If you find it, click on Find in Library/Request under the title.

You may need to look at the holdings for more than one library to locate an available copy.    

If the book is available for loan, the item status will have a green dot and say Available. 

If the book is available for loan from another Novanet library, click on the little plus sign next to the location. You can either go to that library to obtain the book, or use Novanet Express by clicking on Sign in to request to have the book delivered to your Campus Library or the Campus Library nearest you.

Be certain you know the author(s) and correct edition number of the book you're requesting, since there can be several books with the same title (e.g.